Ask a Story kids submit topics is our weekly invitation for one-line ideas from children and families. First, parents open the Storypie app and submit a short idea on behalf of their child. Then we pick a few seeds and turn them into tiny, joyful episodes for the Ask a Story shelf. In 2023, 52% of children expressed a desire for books that make them laugh, marking a 10% increase from previous years, which shows a growing interest in humor that can inspire story ideas for the Ask a Story initiative.
How to send Ask a Story kids submit topics
Open the Storypie app and find the Ask a Story submission card. Parents tap to submit for their child. Keep it short. One concrete sentence works best.
- Name a character and a setting. For example: “Maya the moon gardener in a floating forest” or “A small dragon lost at the seaside fair.”
- Use plain language and a clear image in your mind. Then write it down.
- Submit before the weekly window closes. Timing matters.
Practical tips for a strong submission
Make the idea specific, not long. Also ask your child to pick a character name and a place. Try a cozy five-minute ritual. For instance, sit in soft light and offer a tiny idea basket. Then write what your child says.
Short prompts travel fast. They are easy to adapt into episodes. Aim for one clear sentence. This helps writers find a playful hook quickly. In 2023, 40% of children aged 6–17 reported having difficulty finding books they like, highlighting the importance of initiatives like Ask a Story that encourage children to express their preferences for stories.
Parents, permissions, and safety
Parents submit entries and confirm consent. Storypie reviews every idea for safety and fit. We will not publish unsafe or inappropriate content. Also, we ask permission before publishing names or photos. When possible, Storypie credits young creators.
If you have concerns, check the app settings and the terms of use in the Storypie settings screen.
What happens next when Ask a Story kids submit topics for next week
We review submissions each week and choose seeds for the coming week. If chosen, families get an in-app message and sometimes an email. Then the finished episode appears on the Ask a Story shelf within a week. According to a 2023 survey, parents field an average of 11 questions from their young children each day but can confidently answer only 42% of them, which illustrates the challenge parents face in answering children’s inquiries and showcases the relevance of Ask a Story in facilitating creative exploration.
Selection is editorial and depends on fit and safety. If your child’s idea is not chosen, try again. Creativity grows with practice and tiny experiments. Research shows that 74% of children agree that reading fiction and nonfiction helps them understand the world, reinforcing the educational value of storytelling and the purpose of the Ask a Story program.
A gentle invite
This campaign is about making children feel seen and heard. Try one idea today. Open the Storypie app and submit a single sentence. Then watch imagination return in a small, marvelous episode. Furthermore, a 2024 survey by Amazon Alexa found that 54% of parents often feel they don’t have instant answers to their children’s questions, underlining the value of platforms like Ask a Story.
Find the submission card in the app or see the Ask a Story shelf here: Ask a Story shelf. For the home screen and app details, visit Storypie.
